ATM at WMH The First Citizens National Bank recently installed an ATM in the lobby of Wyandot Memorial Hospital. “We are excited about this new addition to our lobby area. We are confident that The First Citizens National Bank ATM will offer added convenience for our patients and their visitors, as well as for our staff,” WMH President and CEO Ty Shaull said. Read More
Bluffton Hospital welcomes pediatrician BLUFFTON — Bluffton Hospital, a division of the Blanchard Valley Health System, recently welcomed Jennifer Hohman, M.D., as its first pediatric hospitalist. Previously, patients newborn to 18 years old who required overnight care typically were transferred to Blanchard Valley Hospital or another nearby hospital with pediatricians on staff. Now that Hohman has joined Bluffton Hospital, children may be admitted without leaving town. Read More
Extension office to close Fridays The Wyandot County Extension Office will have adjusted hours beginning Oct. 12. Wyandot County 4-H Educator Todd Thomas accepted a position in Columbus and Area Leader and Hardin County 4-H Educator Mark Light will be assisting the Wyandot County Extension Office in the interim period. Read More
East of Chicago celebrates 25 years One of Upper Sandusky’s institutions is celebrating its 25-year anniversary next week. East of Chicago Pizza in Upper Sandusky will have several special offers available to customers on Oct. 4. “We’re giving away free pizza for a year, one large pizza per month for 12 months,” East of Chicago Regional Manager Connie Smith said. Read More
New counselor hired at Firelands SANDUSKY — Firelands Counseling and Recovery Services is welcoming Scott Williams, LPCC-S, to work in the Upper Sandusky and Tiffin branches providing mental health and substance abuse services. In Tiffin, he will be facilitating the intensive outpatient program involving the patient in a weekly, nine-hour process designed to support them with their recovery from alcohol or other drug addiction. Read More
Whole Life brings back Daniel Plan Whole Life Fitness in Upper Sandusky is bringing back the popular health study “The Daniel Plan” later this month. The plan is a five-week study on building a healthy lifestyle and features the five F’s, faith, food, fitness, focus and friends. Read More
Premier Senior Living gives promotion NEW YORK — Premier Senior Living LLC has announced Carey Rhoades has been promoted to regional director of quality control. Rhoades has been a valuable member of Premier Senior Living for eight years as the executive director for Orchard Park Assisted Living. Read More
New owners emphasize family The new owners of Route 30 Harley-Davidson in Upper Sandusky are hoping to bring a family-friendly environment to the motorcycle dealership. Mandie and Joe Bayliff, of Dunkirk, closed on the dealership formerly known as Thiel’s Wheels Harley-Davidson on Aug. 1 and they held a big three-day Backyard BBQ event this past weekend to introduce themselves to the community. Read More
Kreais joins WMH staff Danielle Kreais, CPNP-PC, joined the staff at Wyandot Memorial Hospital to care for children from newborn through age 17. The Wyandot County native — formerly Danielle Boes — has extensive experience in pediatrics, both as a certified pediatric nurse practitioner-primary care and as a registered nurse. Read More
Mustard Seed Marketplace changes location Mandy Baldwin’s Mustard Seed Marketplace is on the move. The art, craft, home decor and furniture shop moved to its new location at 132 S. Sandusky Ave., Upper Sandusky, two weeks ago on Aug. 7. Read More